Sphynxes

sphynx

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sphynx

also sphinx  (sfĭngks)

n. pl. sphynx·es or sphynx also sphinx·es or sphinx

A domestic cat of a breed that is hairless or covered with a fine downy fur and was developed in Canada from kittens with a genetic mutation.


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Sphynx

(sfɪŋks)

n

(Breeds) a breed of medium-sized hairless cat with large ears and a long whiplike tail

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